Announcing the 2016 First Citizen, Jon Ruiz
Tuesday, January 24th, 5:30 - 9:00 PM, Hilton Eugene
We are pleased to announce that Jon Ruiz, City Manager for the City of Eugene, has been selected to receive the prestigious Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce's 2016 First Citizen Award. Jon will receive the award at the Eugene Chamber's annual meeting and Celebration of Business.  
 
The First Citizen Award is given annually to an individual who has made notable contributions to our community through business and community service efforts. We have presented the award each year since 1938 and the winner is selected by a panel of former First Citizen honorees.
 
Jon has been Eugene's City Manager since 2008. During his tenure in Eugene, Ruiz has effectively lead efforts to move the community forward in downtown revitalization, planning and economic development.  Read more about Jon's accomplishments in our full press release. 
 
Please join us to honor Jon and our many local business accomplishments at Chamber's annual meeting and banquet on January 24th. (Reservations are required) 

 
WBL: Stretching yourself is critical for growth
Thursday, January 12th, 11:45 - 1:15, Hilton Eugene
Women Business Leaders is kicking off 2017's speak series with Comfort Zones: Why stretching yourself is critical to your growth,
featuring Caroline Cummings, Oregon RAIN Venture Catalyst and Founder of Varo Ventures.

If you ask any successful person how they made it to where they are, most will tell you two things: first, they didn't make it there alone; and second, they did it from pushing their personal and professional limits. The latter occurs when you learn to identify and step beyond your comfort zone. Growth comes from a willingness to feel awkward and that usually results from trying new things. Caroline Cummings will share how to identify and step beyond your comfort zone so you can make your mark on the world.

 
Make the most of your membership
Wednesday, January 18th, 12:00 - 1:00 PM, Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce
Learn how to leverage your Chamber membership in 2017 by joining us for a complimentary lunchtime briefing and networking event.
 
This session is ideal for businesses who have recently joined the Chamber , members who want to learn more, and employees of existing members.  We will offer an overview of our mission related work and  Chamber programs so you can find the right opportunities to leverage your membership and meet your business goals.  A brief networking opportunity with the other guests will show you the varied reasons members join the Eugene Chamber, and provide an illustration of the larger community of Chamber membership.
 
All employees from your business are welcome and a light lunch is provided. Please re gister as seating is limited.

 
What's your latest news?
New employees?  Promotions?  Awards? We always want your business news so we can share it with your fellow members!

Our next issue of OPEN for Business will publish the first week of February.  Email 2-3 sentences and a head shot (if available) to Katherine by January 5th.  
Grand Reopening of the Eugene Airport
When: January 3rdth, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM      
Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Jordan Iverson Homes
When: January 10th, 12:00 PM      
Women Business Leaders Luncheon
When: January 12th, 11:45 - 1:15 PM      
Chamber 101
When: January 18th, 12:00 - 1:00 PM      
3rd Annual Celebration of Business
When: January 24rd, 5:30 - 9:00 PM      
Be Social
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